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Would you like to help revolutionize the wire and cable industry? Sequel Wire and Cable located in Argos, IN is focused on humbly revolutionizing every facet of the wire and cable industry. We ...

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Extrusion Operator-Night Shift

Sequel Wire and Cable LLC

Argos, IN • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Description

Would you like to help revolutionize the wire and cable industry? Sequel Wire and Cable located in Argos, IN is focused on humbly revolutionizing every facet of the wire and cable industry. We believe in employing the latest technologies, hiring the best employees, and maintaining an unrelenting focus on taking care of the customer.


Successful employees of Sequel Wire and Cable will be driven to provide our customers with the best possible quality and service, when and where the customer requires it. Additionally, at Sequel, we're looking for people with an entrepreneurial spirit with a constant eye for continuous improvement in all aspects of their job.


Starting pay begins at $20.00 per hour, with higher rates available for candidates who bring relevant experience.


Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Extrusion Operator will oversee the operation of Sequel's insulating extrusion equipment, PVC and/or CV, in the most efficient manner possible by performing set-ups, operating machinery, and monitoring the process at all times.


Essential Job Functions:

Read and comprehend production work orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Use overhead cranes and forklift to move materials.

Complete and record quality testing.

Complete all required paperwork.

Operate and maintain extrusion machinery and equipment.

Adhere to all safety procedures.

Maintain a clean work area.

Use a computer to enter production information and generate labels.

Meet all production and quality goals and standards.


Skills and Abilities

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Working knowledge of computers.

Forklift driving experience desired, training provided.

Use of overhead cranes desired, training provided.

Production or extrusion equipment operation experience preferred. 

Understand and adhere to ISO certification requirements.

Ability to work overtime.

Ability to work weekends.

Strong attention to detail.


Qualifications

High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

Previous manufacturing experience- wire and cable manufacturing is a plus.

Ability to read and understand work orders and product specifications.

Computer experience is desired.


Work Environment

The essential functions of this job require working within a production facility with exposure to various noise levels from machinery and equipment.


Physical Demands

This is an active role as the employee will work in a manufacturing environment. While performing the essential functions of the job the employee will be required to stand, balance or walk on a consistent basis during a 12-hour shift and may on a frequent basis be required to twist, turn, stoop, squat, kneel, bend or reach. The employee must use safe lifting techniques when lifting objects up to 50 pounds and carry out repetitive hand/wrist movements to include forearm rotation. Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to listen and speak and use their hands to operate equipment.


Work Schedule

Our facility operates 24/7. Qualified candidates must be able to work a flexible/rotating work schedule, including weekends, and cover overtime as needed. Night shift hours are 5p to 5a EST.


Benefits

We provide high-quality jobs with competitive pay and benefits for all employees and their families. We believe it is our responsibility to enable our employees to provide a quality life for their families. Our benefits include:

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays-including 2 floating holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with generous employer paid portion keeping the employee's cost low.

401k with company match

Company paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Referral Program

Incentive Bonus


Job Classification: FLSA Status: non-exempt, job classification: full-time


Company is a tobacco and drug-free workplace.


We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.


Sequel Wire and Cable is an Equal Opportunity Employer